The installation explores the origins and history of magic and features material from J.K. Rowling’s famous collection.

Leeds is one of 20 libraries across the UK to be running the exhibition and each one has also delved into the magic and folklore of their own region.

Knaresborough’s Mother Shipton, one of England’s most famous prophetess born in 1488, features in the exhibition.

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Workshops, talks and special family events are planned to coincide with the exhibition and Potter fanatics will have the chance to learn more about the folklore and history which inspired the magic in Harry Potter.

On the first floor a Herbology room has been created, filled with botanical illustrations and extraordinary plants inspired by the magical plant studies of JK Rowling’s Harry Potter series.

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Clr Debra Coupar, Leeds City Council’s executive member for communities, said: “A whole generation has grown up with the Harry Potter books and been fascinated and inspired by the magical world created by JK Rowling.

"I am very excited therefore that Leeds Central Library is hosting this new exhibition, which will delve deeper into the some of the book’s inspirations, and also showcase the origins, history and local traditions of Leeds and Yorkshire.”

The exhibition is at Leeds Central Library until January 29.

Events held at Leeds Central Library as part of the Harry Potter: A History of Magic event, include:

The Herbology Room, December 3 2017 – January 2 2018

Room 700, First Floor, Leeds Central Library

A space filled with botanical illustrations and extraordinary plants inspired by the magical plant studies of JK Rowling’s Harry Potter stories in the heart of Leeds Central Library.

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The Harry Potter Trail and Family Challenge, December 3 2017 – January 2 2018

Pick up your free trail sheet and explore the magical Harry Potter exhibition as a family. There will be challenges and tasks along the way that will help you find out lots of things you might not have known about the real life myths and legends behind some of the magical elements in the Harry Potter stories. You will also discover fascinating facts about the library’s old books.

Harry Potter Propbox Workshop, Saturday December 9 2017, 11am, £10

Craft your own handmade props to bring the story of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone to life. The perfect Christmas gift for a younger child curious about the magical world and a great opportunity to encourage reading together with the help of some magical items!.

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A Magical Storytime Thursday December 14 2017, 11am

A free story and rhyme-time for under-fives and their grown-ups

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Ever wondered how the wands in Ollivander’s shop are made? Join Hogwarts professors to make your own wand and perfect your Lumos and Imperio spells. Dressing up as your favourite Harry Potter character is encouraged.

Library Lab – Sorting Hats Tuesday December 19 2017, 2pm – 3.30pm

Which Hogwarts house do you belong to? Code a Microbit to create your very own Sorting Hat.